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Christmas classroom craft supplies including a decorated cardboard gingerbread house, mini Christmas tree with pom-poms, reindeer face ornament, eco glitter jars, coloured pencils, crayons, and festive embellishments like bells, buttons, and sequins

Festive. Fun. Christmas starts here.

Your one-stop festive shop for Christmas craft activities, classroom ideas and seasonal resources for centres, schools and beyond.
It’s all about Santa, trees, stars, sleighs, stockings, reindeers and more. Creating Christmas arts, crafts and classroom traditions is a cherished part of the end-of-year countdown - from heartfelt gifts to class-made decorations and handmade cards. We’ve wrapped up everything you need in one merry place for a joyful season of creativity.
Christmas craft activities & blog
Download our Christmas craft bundles and explore our festive blog – plus follow our step-by-step instructions to craft your own Christmas wreath, elf cup, cards and shrink film ornaments. Plus, watch interactive videos where we show you how to make your own stained glass Christmas windows, pony bead Christmas key ring and terracotta pot reindeer & clarice bells.
Shrink your art into Christmas magic

With our Christmas Shrink Film Ornament Pack, you can design, bake and watch as your creations shrink into solid, keychain-sized bauble ornaments. Simply colour your designs, pop them in the oven, and see them shrink by around 60% into vibrant, lasting Christmas keepsakes. Shrink film makes for incredibly fun festive art experiments!
Christmas bauble craft activity with a colouring-in template, red and green pencils, finished decorated baubles, holly leaves, berries, and jingle bells
Shrink film ornaments activity
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Craft your own cheeky Christmas elves

With this festive elf cup activity, you can paint, build and bring to life your own cheeky Christmas characters. These adorable elves make charming decorations for the Christmas table, a shelf or under the tree - perfect for adding jolly vibes to your space.
Elf cup activity
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Christmas elf craft made from cardboard tubes, green paper hats, googly eyes, white collars, and patterned paper legs with curled shoes
Hang a little holiday happiness

In this beautiful Christmas wreath activity, you can create a festive decoration steeped in tradition. Evergreen foliage symbolises growth, while the wreath’s circular shape represents eternal life. For centuries, wreaths have been hung on doors to welcome the Christmas spirit and bring good luck - and this stunning creation might just bring a little extra holiday magic to your space too.
Handmade Christmas wreath craft decorated with green paper leaves, red pom-pom flowers, berries, and red ribbon bows on a bright red background
Christmas wreath activity
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What’s new in Christmas craft

Explore the newest additions to our Christmas craft collection. From festive art materials and creative activity packs to seasonal decorations and classroom resources, these new arrivals help educators bring the joy of Christmas into learning spaces while inspiring creativity and celebration.
Christmas craft bestsellers

Discover our best-selling Christmas craft favourites. From timeless art activities and festive decoration kits to popular classroom resources and creative materials, these much-loved picks help educators inspire creativity, celebrate the season, and make learning spaces sparkle with Christmas spirit.
Christmas card & gift making

Unwrap our favourite Christmas card and gift-making ideas. From creative craft kits and personalised keepsake projects to festive classroom activities, these popular picks help educators inspire students to design, make and share heartfelt gifts that spread joy and celebrate the season.
Christmas decorations & ornaments

Deck the halls with decorations and ornaments. From classic baubles and festive garlands to creative craft kits and handmade keepsake projects, these top picks help educators and students bring seasonal sparkle and holiday cheer to every learning space.
Christmas cooking

Create festive cookies and cupcakes with our fun and practical baking resources. From Christmas-themed dough cutters to measuring cups, utensils and colourful patty pans, these tools make seasonal baking a joy.
Bring Christmas to life in your learning space with these hands-on, merry-making craft activities

Watch our step-by-step how-to videos featuring festive ideas like handmade ornaments, shrink film baubles, Christmas wreaths and more. Each video offers simple, creative ways to bring seasonal cheer into your learning space – then browse all the featured resources directly from our curated wishlists.
How Christmas craft builds life skills
Christmas is about connection – to traditions, to each other and to the shared stories that bring the season to life. Engaging children in festive craft activities fosters creativity, joy and a sense of belonging during this special time of year.
Hands-on art & craft activities can:
Foster creativity and pride in festive creations
Inspire curiosity about seasonal symbols and stories
Encourage teamwork and social learning with projects
Support empathy through collaborative making
Build appreciation for Christmas traditions worldwide
Instil a sense of celebration and belonging
Supporting the learning outcomes of the EYLF
The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Belonging, Being and Becoming, embeds creative expression and cultural experiences deeply within its outcomes. Engaging children in Christmas craft activities supports identity building, fosters a sense of belonging, enhances wellbeing and confidence, and encourages meaningful communication through shared creative experiences. These festive projects lay the foundation for holistic development while celebrating the joy and traditions of the season. Learn more here: The Early Years Learning Framework V2.0.
Curriculum connections
The Australian Curriculum also supports creative and cultural learning through The Arts and Humanities. Students are encouraged to explore traditions and celebrations by making and responding to festive artworks, investigating seasonal themes, and reflecting on how different cultures celebrate Christmas around the world. These learning areas foster creativity, cultural awareness, and critical thinking while inspiring students to create their own Christmas craft projects.. Learn more here: Visual arts in the Australian Curriculum V9.0
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Cute Christmas craft characters for school or early childhood Christmas craft activities.
Your Christmas playlist
🎄 It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas! Light up your classroom or centre with holiday cheer! 🎄 From timeless classics to modern pop hits and Aussie-themed jingles, this playlist is perfect for creating a festive and fun atmosphere for kids of all ages. Whether you’re decking the halls, crafting with your crew or singing along with Santa, these tunes will keep spirits bright all season long. 🎶
Press play for festive feels
What is Christmas and how is it celebrated in schools and early learning centres?
Christmas is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on 25 December. In schools and early learning centres, it’s often marked with festive craft, songs, storytelling, giving projects and seasonal classroom decorations. Celebrations vary depending on school communities and cultural backgrounds.
What are the best Christmas activities for the your classroom or centre?
Top Christmas classroom activities include decorating ornaments, creating handmade cards and gifts, performing festive plays or songs, reading seasonal stories, and making advent calendars. These activities support creativity, fine motor skills and social-emotional learning.
How do I plan a Christmas craft session for students?
Start by choosing age-appropriate Christmas craft ideas, gathering supplies like paper, glue, scissors, and deciding on a timeframe. Use visual examples or templates to guide students. Add background music or stories to enhance the experience.
What are some simple Christmas gifts children can make?
Great handmade Christmas gifts include decorated ornaments, photo frames, shrink-film keyrings, air-dry clay creations, bookmarks, or thank-you cards. These gifts are easy for students to personalise and perfect for giving to family members or teachers.
Where can I find Christmas craft ideas and resources for educators?
You’ll find Christmas-themed activity bundles, downloadable templates, blog ideas and ready-to-use craft kits on the Modern Teaching Aids website. Free downloadable resources are also available on the Christmas Hub to support meaningful classroom engagement.
Are there any curriculum-aligned Christmas resources available?
Yes! Many Christmas-themed activities align with the Australian Curriculum across literacy, numeracy, The Arts, HASS, and wellbeing. Check out Gen the AI powered Lesson Plan & Idea Generator to help align outcomes, lesson ideas, and develop integrated learning experiences.
How can I make Christmas celebrations inclusive for all students?
Choose activities that focus on kindness, generosity, seasonal change and community. Including books and discussions about different cultural celebrations at the same time of year - like Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or summer solstice - helps create an inclusive classroom environment.
What are some sensory play ideas for Christmas?
Christmas sensory ideas could include cinnamon-scented playdough, fake snow, festive water play with jingle bells and baubles, sensory trays filled with pinecones, or red and green rice for scooping. Christmas-themed sensory activities support fine motor development and seasonal exploration.
What are some Christmas-themed STEM or STEAM activities?
Christmas themed STEM activities could include building a sleigh ramp challenge, creating symmetrical snowflakes, designing light-up Christmas cards with circuits, or engineer a structure to hold Santa’s presents. These activities combine festive fun with problem-solving, engineering and creative thinking.
How can I integrate Christmas into learning areas like literacy and numeracy?
Incorporate Christmas themes into reading comprehension, letter writing to Santa, Christmas-themed spelling lists, festive word problems, graphing classroom gift wishes or advent calendar counting. These links add seasonal joy while supporting curriculum goals.
What are good Christmas themed-books for your classroom or centre?
Try Wombat Divine by Mem Fox, An Aussie Night Before Christmas by Yvonne Morrison, or Christmas Wombat by Jackie French. Look for inclusive or culturally diverse Christmas stories to reflect your classroom community.
What Christmas music or carols are suitable for your classroom or centre?
Favourites include Jingle Bells, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, or Aussie versions like Deck the Sheds with Bits of Wattle. Add body percussion or instruments to support rhythm and engagement. Check out our music kits here.
How do I manage Christmas excitement and behaviour in my classroom or centre?
Keep routines consistent, offer calming sensory or art-based activities and give students opportunities to move, create and reflect. Using countdown visuals, kindness charts, or mindfulness moments can help channel excitement into positive behaviour.
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